Microsoft Surface Pro 5 release date and specs rumors: Hybrid laptop delayed due to Kaby Lake?

Following the success of the current Microsoft Surface Pro 4, many fans are already wondering when the next iteration will be released. Fans were quite impressed when the hybrid laptop was released in October 2015; however, there are also people who thought that the device leaves room for improvement. Tech observers believe that Microsoft will make sure that these improvements will happen on the Microsoft Surface Pro 5.

Despite the lack of concrete details coming from the American software giant, fans have continued to make the highly anticipated hybrid laptop the subject of numerous rumors and speculations all over the internet. New reports suggest that the upcoming Microsoft Surface Pro 5 will likely to come out during springtime next year.

Although Microsoft has yet to provide significant information with regard to its development and release date, there are already speculations regarding the specifications of the device. Rumor has it that the Microsoft Surface Pro 5 will arrive in two variants – one with 2K resolution support and a high-end model, which has 4K display capability. The device will also come with an all-new Surface Pen that is said to have a wireless charging feature.

The Surface Pro 5 was first rumored to come out in 2016; however, latest reports suggest that Microsoft will wait for the next generation Intel processor called Kaby Lake. If rumors prove to be true, the next generation Microsoft Surface Pro will surely be a much improved hybrid device.

Meanwhile, there are rumors saying that the hybrid laptop will arrive with a starting price of $850, which is pretty affordable considering its rumored impressive specifications.

As of the moment, fans will have to wait for Microsoft to provide solid information regarding the rumored Surface Pro 5. Until the company makes an announcement, all rumors and speculations must be taken with a grain of salt.